Sky Box
Ilex crenata 'Sky Box'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 2-3 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 1000 hours |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Acidic, loamy |
| Soil pH | 5.0-6.5 |
| Zones | 6-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark Green |
| Bloom | White |
| Fruit | Drupe |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Semi-hardwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Toxic |
| Companions | Azalea, Rhododendron |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Seldom needed; early summer pruning if desired
Maintenance
Apply fertilizer in early spring
Cleanup
Remove dead branches as needed
Notes
Narrow, columnar Japanese holly